Aphorisms for Composers – April 2016

April 29, 2016

There are many career levels for composers, all equally desperate.

April 19, 2016

Composers hack themselves.

April 16, 2016

Give out energy freely; the fact that one can’t expect it given back in equal measure doesn’t mean hold out. Offer what you have.

April 5, 2016

Would you, as a composer, feel comfortable with a free use statement like this?

Via  Craig Murray, political writer (April 3, 2016):  I would remind you that much of my [this blog] music is produced free “for the public good,” and you are welcome to [republish this] perform these works or any other material freely anywhere without requesting [further ]permission. Write to me if you would like the sheet music.

April 4, 2016

Can composers expect to adequately express intangibles?